Private rented sector facts and figures quiz

Landlord Focus magazine, issue 47

How well do you know the rules pertaining to the private rented sector in Scotland? Take our quick quiz to find out.

1.    What is the maximum deposit a landlord can take from a tenant?

• The equivalent of 6 weeks’ rent
• The equivalent of 1 month’s rent
• The equivalent of 2 months’ rent

2.    What is the minimum term for a private residential tenancy (PRT)?

• 6 months
• 1 month
• No fixed term is allowed

3.    What is the current minimum energy performance certificate (EPC) rating required for PRS properties?

• There is currently no minimum
• EPC C
• EPC D

4.    What is the maximum rent a landlord can require a tenant to pay in advance?

• 1 month
• 3 months
• 6 months

5.   If a tenant has been in the property for more than 6 months, what is the notice period needed to end a PRT for anti-social behaviour?

• 2 weeks
• 28 days
• 84 days

6.    How often should a portable appliance test (PAT) be carried out?

• Annually
• 5 yearly
• It varies depending on what the PAT tester recommends

7.    How much notice does a PRT tenant need to give to end their tenancy?

• 1 month
• 28 days
• Whatever has been agreed in the tenancy agreement

8.    What is the maximum fine the tribunal can impose if a landlord doesn’t lodge a tenant’s deposit in time?

• 3 times the deposit
• 6 times the deposit
• 12 times the deposit

9.    According to tribunal data gathered by SAL, what proportion of evictions are refused on the grounds of reasonableness?

• Less than 5%
• 5 – 10%
• 10 – 20%

10.    If a landlord misleads a PRT tenant into moving out for a ground which doesn’t apply, what is the maximum fine the tribunal can impose?

• 3 months’ rent
• 6 months’ rent
• 12 months’ rent

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